Nur 152 Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Approximatley how much fluids does a patient take in per day correct answers mL 600-800 mL in an 8 hour shift What degree should bath water be correct answers 105 F Which side of the body should clothing be removed from first? correct answers strong side which side of the body should clothes be put on to first? correct answers weak side How often do you need a new order for non-violent/soft restraints? correct answers every 24 hours how often do you need a new order for violent/h...

What is an indication for use of non-selective adrenergic blocking agents? A. Essential hypertension B. Malignant hypertension C. Secondary hypertension D. Malignant hyperthermia correct answers A.Essential hypertension ("Primary/Majority/Essential HTN" = 95% HTN has an unknown cause and "Secondary/Minority" = 5% HTN has a known cause) Rationale: The alpha- and beta-adrenergic blocking agents block all of the receptor sites within the SNS, which results in lower blood pressure, ...

Anemia meds - correct answer Erythropoietin, immunosuppressants (bone marrow transplants), folic acid, ferrous sulfate A student is assisting the healthcare provider with the care of a patient diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS). The student correctly identifies which of the following as part of the pathophysiological process of MS? - correct answer Axonal loss in the central nervous system, Scarring and plaque development, Myelin regeneration and remission of symptoms, Autoimmune damage t...

Average adult size catheter correct answers 16F - 18F (14F common) Average pediatric size catheter correct answers 8F - 10F Urinary output goal correct answers > 30cc/hr Reformed hospitals & health care Recognized 2 components of health care: health & illness First nursing research correct answers Florence nightingale Nursing purpose/aims correct answers Promote health Prevent illness Restore health Facilitate coping Nurse Practice Act correct answers Defines scope of pr...

How long for Verbal orders(VO) and Telephone orders(TO) to be signed? correct answers 24 Hours What should be done when getting a (TO)? correct answers REPEAT the order back Why do we repeat back TO orders? correct answers Accuracy, misunderstanding, accents hard to understand over the phone Whats an incident report used for? correct answers Document any unusual occurrence Who is to fill out the incident report? correct answers The nurse who saw the incident occur Whats an Sentine...

A nurse is monitoring a group of clients for increased risk for developing pneumonia. Which of the following clients should the nurse expect to be at risk? (Select all that apply) A. Client who has dysphagia B. Client who has AIDS C. Client who was vaccinated for pneumococcus and influenza 6 months ago D. Client who is post op and has received local anesthesia E. Client who has a closed head injury and is receiving ventilation F. Client who has myasthenia gravis correct answers...

NUR 631 – Midterm Exam Study Guide 2023. Tumor progress from benign to malignant (364-366) o Benign tumors are usually encapsulated and well differentiated. They retain some normal tissue structure and do not invade the capsules surrounding them or spread to regional lymph nodes or distant locations. ▪ Generally named according to the tissues from which they arise, and include the suffix –oma. o Some benign tumors can progress to cancer and are then referred to as malignant. They ha...

What are the effects of diuretics, cholinergic, and analgesics/tranquillizers on urine production and elimination? correct answers Diuretics-prevent the reabsorption of water and certain electrolytes. They may also cause increased frequency do to increase in urine production Cholinergic- stimulate the contraction of the detrusor muscle, producing urination Analgesics & tranquillizers- suppress the CNS, diminish effectiveness of neural reflex and can relax the urethra leading to more freque...

Hypokalemia (Ans- I tend to cause cardiac dysrhythmias Hyponatremia (Ans- I am an electrolyte condition that when I get too low I make the patient feel confused Hypernatremia (Ans- I am an electrolyte condition than when elevated it could mean the patient is dehydrated Hyperkalemia (Ans- I am an electro

Who is Florence Nightingale? correct answers Founder of modern nursing. First evidence based practice. What did Nightingale's theory include? correct answers Care that maintained good and restorative health What did Nightingale do? correct answers Worked to improve nutrition, showed empathy, created a therapeutic environment, keep confidentiality, provided care through vital assessments What was unique about Nightingale's theory? correct answers She focused on patient care which is st...